Griffin, GA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy
Population (male): 10,439
Population (female): 12,331
Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $776.
Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Griffin: 94.3 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)
Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 31.4%
Poverty (breakdown): (15.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 41.9% for Black residents, 38.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 14.0% for American Indian residents, 15.6% for other race residents, 60.8% for two or more races residents)
Ancestries: Ancestries: American (54.9%), Irish (2.9%), English (2.8%), European (1.3%), African (1.2%), Scotch-Irish (1.0%).
Elevation: 977 feet
Land Area: 14.5 square miles.
Zip Codes: 30223
Median Incomes:
Estimated median household income in 2017: $35,036 (it was $30,088 in 2000)
Estimated per capita income in 2017: $21,862 (it was $15,563 in 2000)
Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $104,795 (it was $89,900 in 2000) Griffin:$104,795GA:$173,700
Races:
Black alone - 12,702 - 54.7%
White alone - 8,798 - 37.9%
Hispanic - 1,233 - 5.3%
Two or more races - 332 - 1.4%
Asian alone - 98 - 0.4%
American Indian alone - 57 - 0.2%
Other race alone - 12 - 0.05%
The Griffin Commercial Historic District (among the National Register of Historic Places listings in Spalding County, Georgia) is generally bounded by Central Alley, Sixth Street, Taylor Street and Eighth Street. The district includes the Griffin Grocery Company Building, now the Griffin Regional Welcome Center.
Recognitions and Certifications
Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service
and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all
drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.
Important Links
National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)
National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)
Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)
Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)
US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)
Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)
Griffin, Georgia Drug and Alcohol Testing Centers
If you are an employer or individual in need of a Drug or Alcohol Test in Griffin, GA or the surrounding areas,
Accredited Drug Testing has multiple drug and alcohol testing locations within minutes of your home or office.
Our local Griffin, GA drug testing centers offer urine drug testing, hair drug testing, alcohol testing, DOT
physicals, DOT drug testing and DNA testing. Our drug and alcohol testing services are provided for companies
in need of a pre-employment drug test, random drug test and post-accident drug test. We also provide testing
for individuals needing a drug or alcohol test for court ordered reasons, probation or family purposes. Same
day service is available and the process to schedule a test is fast and easy. Drug testing methods include urine,
oral/saliva, hair follicle, blood, ETG and breath alcohol testing. Negative test results are generally available
in 24-48 hours and all tests are analyzed by a SAMHSA Certified Laboratory and verified by our Medical Review
Officers (MRO's). Rapid/instant result testing is also available at many of our Griffin, GA testing centers.
We also offer onsite mobile drug testing for employers needing to test multiple employees at one time.
"When You Need A Test, Choose The Best"
Griffin Drug Testing locations
AI Overview
Overview of Local Drug Testing
Drug testing is a common procedure used in various contexts, including employment, sports, and law enforcement, to detect the presence of controlled substances in an individual's system. Local drug testing refers to drug tests administered within a specific locality or community, often facilitated by local healthcare providers, testing facilities, or through workplace initiatives. This overview provides consumers with key information about the purposes, methods, and implications of local drug testing.
Purposes of Drug Testing
Drug testing serves several purposes:
- Employment: Employers may require drug testing to ensure a safe and productive work environment, often as a part of pre-employment screening or randomly throughout employment.
- Sports: Athletes are regularly tested to maintain fair competition and deter the use of performance-enhancing drugs.
- Legal and Forensic: Drug testing can be ordered by courts in cases of drug-related offenses or in custody disputes.
- Medical Reasons: Healthcare providers may perform drug tests to diagnose substance abuse disorders or monitor treatment efficacy.
Common Drug Testing Methods
Several methods are used for drug testing, each with its own specific applications and detection windows:
- Urine Testing: The most common method due to its non-invasiveness and ability to detect a wide range of substances within hours to a few weeks after use.
- Blood Testing: Provides a more accurate measurement of active substances in the body but is more invasive and used less frequently.
- Saliva Testing: Gaining popularity for its non-invasive nature and ability to detect recent drug use.
- Hair Follicle Testing: Can detect drug use over a longer period, typically up to 90 days, making it useful for detailed monitoring.
Legal and Ethical Considerations
Drug testing is governed by various legal and ethical guidelines that protect individuals' rights:
- Consent: In most cases, individuals must provide informed consent before undergoing drug testing.
- Privacy: Results from drug tests are considered private health information and must be handled according to privacy laws.
- Accuracy: Testing facilities must adhere to strict standards to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results.
In conclusion, local drug testing is a vital tool used across various fields to promote safety, fairness, and health. Consumers are advised to understand the reasons for testing, the methods used, and their legal rights regarding the testing process.
Coastal Drug Testing
221B W POPLAR ST 0.1 miles
221B W POPLAR ST
GRIFFIN,
GA
30224
Categories: GRIFFIN GA
223 W COLLEGE ST STE A 0.2 miles
223 W COLLEGE ST STE A
GRIFFIN,
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30224
Categories: GRIFFIN GA
120B West College Street, 0.2 miles
120B West College Street,
Griffin,
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30224
Categories: Griffin GA
718 S 8TH ST 0.5 miles
718 S 8TH ST
GRIFFIN,
GA
30224
Categories: GRIFFIN GA
747 S HILL ST 0.6 miles
747 S HILL ST
GRIFFIN,
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30224
Categories: GRIFFIN GA
210 ROCK ST 0.7 miles
210 ROCK ST
GRIFFIN,
GA
30224
Categories: GRIFFIN GA
1657 N EXPRESSWAY 3.0 miles
1657 N EXPRESSWAY
GRIFFIN,
GA
30223
Categories: GRIFFIN GA
4861 BILL GARDNER PKWY 10.9 miles
4861 BILL GARDNER PKWY
LOCUST GROVE,
GA
30248
Categories: LOCUST GROVE GA
3778 HIGHWAY 42 11.3 miles
3778 HIGHWAY 42
LOCUST GROVE,
GA
30248
Categories: LOCUST GROVE GA
155 WESTRIDGE PKWY STE 104 12.0 miles
155 WESTRIDGE PKWY STE 104
MCDONOUGH,
GA
30253
Categories: MCDONOUGH GA
155 WESTRIDGE PKWY STE 114 12.0 miles
155 WESTRIDGE PKWY STE 114
MCDONOUGH,
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30253
Categories: MCDONOUGH GA
1631 HIGHWAY 20 W 12.5 miles
1631 HIGHWAY 20 W
MCDONOUGH,
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30253
Categories: MCDONOUGH GA
101 REGENCY PARK DR STE 100 13.8 miles
101 REGENCY PARK DR STE 100
MCDONOUGH,
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30253
Categories: MCDONOUGH GA
11760 HASTINGS BRIDGE RD 13.9 miles
11760 HASTINGS BRIDGE RD
HAMPTON,
GA
30228
Categories: HAMPTON GA
2300 COMMERCE PL 14.7 miles
2300 COMMERCE PL
MCDONOUGH,
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30253
Categories: MCDONOUGH GA
80 Vinings Dr Ste 80 14.9 miles
80 Vinings Dr Ste 80
McDonough,
GA
30253
Categories: McDonough GA
101 HOUSTON ST 14.9 miles
101 HOUSTON ST
BARNESVILLE,
GA
30204
Categories: BARNESVILLE GA
1497 HIGHWAY 20 W 14.9 miles
1497 HIGHWAY 20 W
MCDONOUGH,
GA
30253
Categories: MCDONOUGH GA
125 S ZACK HINTON PKWY 15.3 miles
125 S ZACK HINTON PKWY
MCDONOUGH,
GA
30253
Categories: MCDONOUGH GA
122 Truckstop Way 17.3 miles
122 Truckstop Way
Jackson,
GA
30233
Categories: Jackson GA
500 LANIER AVE W STE 412 18.1 miles
500 LANIER AVE W STE 412
FAYETTEVILLE,
GA
30214
Categories: FAYETTEVILLE GA
635 GLYNN ST N STE 1 18.3 miles
635 GLYNN ST N STE 1
FAYETTEVILLE,
GA
30214
Categories: FAYETTEVILLE GA
1129 HOSPITAL DR STE 5E 18.4 miles
1129 HOSPITAL DR STE 5E
STOCKBRIDGE,
GA
30281
Categories: STOCKBRIDGE GA
155 EAGLES WALK STE F 18.5 miles
155 EAGLES WALK STE F
STOCKBRIDGE,
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30281
Categories: STOCKBRIDGE GA
115 COMMERCE DR STE A 18.5 miles
115 COMMERCE DR STE A
FAYETTEVILLE,
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30214
Categories: FAYETTEVILLE GA
1275 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 201 19.9 miles
1275 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 201
FAYETTEVILLE,
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30214
Categories: FAYETTEVILLE GA
1240 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 102 19.9 miles
1240 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 102
FAYETTEVILLE,
GA
30214
Categories: FAYETTEVILLE GA
23 EASTBROOK BND STE 200 20.7 miles
23 EASTBROOK BND STE 200
PEACHTREE CITY,
GA
30269
Categories: PEACHTREE CITY GA
87 HIGHWAY 138 W 21.2 miles
87 HIGHWAY 138 W
STOCKBRIDGE,
GA
30281
Categories: STOCKBRIDGE GA
1512 HIGHWAY 19 N 21.9 miles
1512 HIGHWAY 19 N
THOMASTON,
GA
30286
Categories: THOMASTON GA
804 COMMERCE BLVD STE A25 22.6 miles
804 COMMERCE BLVD STE A25
RIVERDALE,
GA
30296
Categories: RIVERDALE GA
1500 MOUNT ZION RD 22.9 miles
1500 MOUNT ZION RD
MORROW,
GA
30260
Categories: MORROW GA
750 MOUNT ZION RD 23.3 miles
750 MOUNT ZION RD
JONESBORO,
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30236
Categories: JONESBORO GA
305 WILLOW LN 23.3 miles
305 WILLOW LN
STOCKBRIDGE,
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30281
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6681 JONESBORO RD 23.5 miles
6681 JONESBORO RD
MORROW,
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30260
Categories: MORROW GA
7147 JONESBORO RD STE L 23.5 miles
7147 JONESBORO RD STE L
Morrow,
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30260
Categories: Morrow GA
217 ARROWHEAD BLVD STE D1 24.0 miles
217 ARROWHEAD BLVD STE D1
JONESBORO,
GA
30236
Categories: JONESBORO GA
83 UPPER RIVERDALE RD SW STE 155 24.0 miles
83 UPPER RIVERDALE RD SW STE 155
RIVERDALE,
GA
30274
Categories: RIVERDALE GA
81 UPPER RIVERDALE RD SW #140 24.0 miles
81 UPPER RIVERDALE RD SW #140
RIVERDALE,
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30274
Categories: RIVERDALE GA
175 HANDLEY RD STE 200 24.4 miles
175 HANDLEY RD STE 200
TYRONE,
GA
30290
Categories: TYRONE GA
769 MORROW RD 24.4 miles
769 MORROW RD
FOREST PARK,
GA
30297
Categories: FOREST PARK GA
For additional testing center locations, please call (800) 221-4291
With our talented team of drug testing specialists, you can always count on receiving a professional and knowledgeable experience delivered each time with the utmost respect for confidentiality.
Every day we work closely with companies of all sizes and all industries, as well as with third party administrators and individuals in need of an Griffin drug test. Our comprehensive portfolio of Griffin drug testing and Griffin alcohol screening services is designed to always meet your testing needs.
Services provided at our Griffin drug testing, alcohol testing and DNA testing are designed to be your "One Stop Shopping" for all of your Griffin drug testing needs.
Griffin Drug Testing Services
Our Griffin, GA drug testing centers provide a wide variety of standard drug and alcohol tests, as well as customized drug screening to meet a specific need. Our standard drug test is a 5 panel, 9 panel, 10 panel, 11 panel and 12 panel drug screen which can also be expanded to look for additional opiates, prescription drugs, K2, spice and bath salts.
If you are not sure of what specific Griffin, GA drug test you need, please speak with one of our trained professionals to review some of the many options available to you at our Griffin Accredited Drug Testing centers. Griffin testing centers are located throughout Griffin, GA and the surrounding areas and our ADT staff members are committed to providing affordable, convenient and confidential drug, alcohol and DNA testing services.
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About Griffin
Local Area Info: Griffin, Georgia
Griffin Technical College was located in Griffin from 1963 and a branch of Southern Crescent Technical College is in Griffin. The Griffin Synodical Female College was established by Presbyterians but closed. The University of Georgia maintains a branch campus in Griffin.
In 1938, Alma Lovell had been distributing religious Bible tracts as a Jehovah's Witness but was arrested for violating a city ordinance requiring prior permission for distributing literature. In Lovell v. City of Griffin, the U.S. Supreme Court found that the city had violated her First Amendment and Fourteenth Amendment rights.
The Griffin Commercial Historic District
(among the National Register of Historic Places listings in Spalding County, Georgia) is generally bounded by Central Alley, Sixth Street, Taylor Street and Eighth Street. The district includes the Griffin Grocery Company Building, now the Griffin Regional Welcome Center.
Griffin Employee Drug Testing
Businesses that utilize an employee drug testing program are commonly referred to as a Drug Free Workplace. However, many times companies do not fully qualify as a Drug Free Workplace because the drug testing program which they use does not have all of the components which make up a true Drug Free Workplace.
The benefits of being a true Drug Free Workplace can include but are not limited to:
- Enhanced Employee Performance
- Reduced Job-Related Accidents
- Reduced Employee Absenteeism
- Lower Workers Compensation Rates
- Improved Employee Moral
- Customer Satisfaction
In addition, many companies regardless of size report that being a Drug Free Workplace has increased the quality of job applicants and improved the overall workplace environment.
Also many states such as Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, Tennessee, South Carolina, Virginia, Wyoming, Ohio, Alabama, Arkansas, Washington provide by law a discount on workers compensation insurance rates provided a business qualifies as a Drug Free Workplace in accordance with state law.
States Which Provide Workers Compensation Discounts for Drug Free Workplace Programs
| Alabama 5% |
Arkansas 5% |
Florida 5% |
| Kentucky 5% |
Misissippi 5% |
Ohio 5% |
| Tennessee 5% |
Virginia 5% |
Washington 5% |
Accredited Drug Testing Inc will work with your insurance agent to ensure that any available discounts are provided for implementing and properly maintaining a drug free workplace.
Any company can benefit by being a Drug Free Workplace regardless of the number of employees, but it is crucially important that any business that wishes to be a Drug Free Workplace maintain the program properly.
A properly maintained Drug Free Workplace should include the following:
- A written Drug Free Workplace Policy
- Employee Drug Testing
- Employee Education
- Supervisor Training
- Employee Assistance Program(EAP)
- Drug Free Workplace Signage
Studies have shown that substance abuse among employees has serious repercussions for both the working environment and the economic success of the business.
As a result of drug and alcohol abuse, employers see increased costs related to medical fees, absenteeism and overall productivity.
Griffin companies regardless of size wishing to implement a Drug Free Workplace can contact Accredited Drug Testing and ADT can schedule all drug tests and manage the entire Drug Free Workplace program for our clients. Simply speak with an ADT drug testing representative and tell them you are interested in our Griffin drug testing services and programs.
When it comes to employee drug testing, we recognize the importance of convenience and confidentiality. For that reason, we offer online scheduling and delivery of test results, which allow employers to utilize our services from the convenience of their office.
In addition, we also provide Mobile Drug Testing that brings our Griffin drug testing services right to your place of business. These on-site services are able to ensure maximum employee participation as well as minimum disruption to the work day. (Additional fees may apply).
Griffin Alcohol Testing
In addition to offering Griffin drug testing in , ADT also offers urine, saliva, breath and ETG alcohol testing for DOT and NON-DOT requirements.
Griffin DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing
As a National drug and alcohol testing company, the staff of Accredited Drug Testing Inc is certified and qualified in DOT drug and alcohol testing collections and our in-house staff are fully knowledgeable of DOT 49 CFR Part 40. All DOT tests include test collections by a qualified ADT technician, SAMHSA certified laboratory analysis and verification by a qualified Medical Review Officer.
Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT required 5 panel urine tests, breath alcohol tests, consortium/random pool membership and all Federal Chain of Custody documents. If you need a DOT drug or alcohol test, simply call the ADT office and speak with one of our DOT drug testing specialists.
DOT Drug Testing Griffin
To review DOT 49 CFR Part 40 Drug and Alcohol Regulations Click Here
ADT can schedule and manage all of your DOT and NON-DOT drug testing needs Nationwide, anywhere and at anytime.
Additional Services-Background Checks and Physicals
In addition, to Griffin drug testing, Griffin alcohol testing and Griffin DNA testing, Accredited Drug Testing Inc also provides background checks for employers conducting employee screenings.
Accredited Drug Testing also provides Department of Transportation (DOT) physicals for CDL truck drivers(49 CFR, Part 40) or companies in need of Return To Duty or Job Fitness exams.
"One Stop Shopping" for all of your Griffin, GA Drug Testing Needs
If you are a HR/Office manager needing employee drug testing, a school, government agency or simply an individual in need of a drug or alcohol test, Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides drug testing for pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, return to duty, post accident, court ordered or any other drug testing need, Call Accredited Drug Testing today (800)221-4291
Show Regional Data
Population (male): 10,439
Population (female): 12,331
Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $776.
Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Griffin: 94.3 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)
Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 31.4%
Poverty (breakdown): (15.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 41.9% for Black residents, 38.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 14.0% for American Indian residents, 15.6% for other race residents, 60.8% for two or more races residents)
Ancestries: Ancestries: American (54.9%), Irish (2.9%), English (2.8%), European (1.3%), African (1.2%), Scotch-Irish (1.0%).
Elevation: 977 feet
Land Area: 14.5 square miles.
Zip Codes: 30223
Median Incomes:
Estimated median household income in 2017: $35,036 (it was $30,088 in 2000)
Estimated per capita income in 2017: $21,862 (it was $15,563 in 2000)
Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $104,795 (it was $89,900 in 2000) Griffin:$104,795GA:$173,700
Races:
Black alone - 12,702 - 54.7%
White alone - 8,798 - 37.9%
Hispanic - 1,233 - 5.3%
Two or more races - 332 - 1.4%
Asian alone - 98 - 0.4%
American Indian alone - 57 - 0.2%
Other race alone - 12 - 0.05%
The Griffin Commercial Historic District (among the National Register of Historic Places listings in Spalding County, Georgia) is generally bounded by Central Alley, Sixth Street, Taylor Street and Eighth Street. The district includes the Griffin Grocery Company Building, now the Griffin Regional Welcome Center.
